Paper Case Study

MFC Grinder Case Study: MFC in Copy Paper Mill Trial

Filler increase for cost saving and fibre reduction

Background

  • Offset paper: 80 g/m²
  • Initial filler level: 22% (GCC)
  • Market hardwood pulp
  • MFC produced using FiberLean G250 grinder

Trial Objectives

  • 2% MFC dose
  • Increase filler content
  • Maintain paper properties
  • Demonstrate cost savings

Trial Results

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Trial Outcomes

  • Ash increased from 22% to 26%
  • 18% reduction in refining energy
  • 9% reduction in steam consumption
  • Maintained runnability
  • Reduced curl

Business Impact

Estimated 15–25 EUR/t cost saving from fibre and energy reduction.

Key Takeaway

MFC enables higher filler loading while reducing both refining energy and steam consumption.

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